Now is the time to start the school year off right by packing healthy lunches, which in turn, will help you save money.
Eat Healthy – Save Money.
Here are a few tips for you:
1. You can pack lunches that kids (and adults) are sure to like, you’ll help them resist the urge to hit the vending machine, the cafeteria, etc.
2. You can try to develop lunch ideas with your kids. Ask them what fruit they prefer; do they like soup or a sandwich; if they can have one treat, what should it would be. If your kids feel involved in the planning they’ll be more likely to eat their lunch.
3. You can save money by eating fruits that are in season. The Fall is a great time to take your family apple picking, and your kids will be happy to select a nice crisp apple for their lunch.
Click here for more ideas and recipes for Brown Bag Lunch’s from About.com
And you can check out this article from Twitter Moms on foods to pack for school lunches.
If you have fun packing healthy lunches, if you have lunch ideas, and other ways to save money: please share your comments with our readers.
